Originally Posted by
Robini
Oh the dilemma of "need" and "want"!
Want: I decided to go ahead and purchase 1k/5k/8k/12k at the beginning. I bought a few razors to learn how to hone from the bevel set to finish. I felt this would help my understanding of what it takes to hone a razor properly. ( I assume I am doing it properly as my shaves are great!) I then purchased a Suihero 20k to get the edge smoother and more comfortable, which works well for me)
Need: I guess I could have gotten by with only the 12k and or pasted strops (chromium oxide and iron oxide)
I find that I continue to buy razors just to put them on the stones as I really enjoy the honing process and shaving with an edge you put on yourself seems very satisfying!